Dooley's Hypothetical Replacements for Staff

#51
#51
Oskie Volum said:
I really don't think any of them have truly earned lossing their job. Dooley is trying to get his syle figured out and he needs time. Stabilty is the key to it at the moment. Hiestand is doing fine with what he has at the moment and I'm sure he knows what he is doing more than all of us on here.

I would adjust some things to have a RB coach cause that needs to change for the future. How can UT of all schools not have a stud RB coach of all coaches? Poole seems to be a good guy but I'll say it again...he runs worried about getting hurt. Doesn't want to lose any chance he may have at the NFL. Not his or Dooleys fault but he had 3 different systems to learn and it hampered his growth. He was a 3* with " potential" coming out of HS and he was just not able to have that potential develop. No solid experienced RB is hurting us more right now than our inexperienced OL. Oh yeah...losing Bray and Hunter doesn't help a young coaching staff get things going either.

All IMHO....
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My opinion disagrees with you opinion. I think it's obvious Dooley knows exactly what he wants to do, but personnel issues and injuries have altered that. Now, he's really just to the point of turning over every stone. Dooley and Muschamp for that matter are building squads using Saban's blueprint. Big LB's (Santos), power backs (Hill, Cross, Smith), etc. If we give him time to work his plan I think we will be satisfied with the results. I know I'm excited about the kind of talent we have headed to Knoxville.
 
#52
#52
I think there is a conflict on the staff with Chaney and Hinshaw.
Not a personal conflict, just overlapping duties and responsibilities.

Hinshaw is listed as the QB coach.
Chaney is the RB and OC coach.
It's kind of like Hinshaw is coaching the passing game, Chaney the running game.
Not sure that is a good breakdown.
 
#53
#53
PermaVol said:
My opinion disagrees with you opinion. I think it's obvious Dooley knows exactly what he wants to do, but personnel issues and injuries have altered that. Now, he's really just to the point of turning over every stone. Dooley and Muschamp for that matter are building squads using Saban's blueprint. Big LB's (Santos), power backs (Hill, Cross, Smith), etc. If we give him time to work his plan I think we will be satisfied with the results. I know I'm excited about the kind of talent we have headed to Knoxville.
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Actually I don't see where we differ. If u were to read past post of mine u would be able to tell that there is no bigger Dooley supporter than I. I believe given the opportunity to build a solid foundation, which is his "plan," with time he could be our next legendary coach. I remember when he was hired Hammy described the thick binder that Dooley brought to the interview, so I know he "had" a plan.

What I said was that even with a plan like he came in with things had to be altered once he walked onto campus. He came into yrs of bad recruiting, no depth, havin to try to fight to keep the recruiting class with a month less, haven to keep some of the previous assts for whatever reason be it for no buyout money or just not enough time to get everything together, etc.

So I really need to know where we differ so we can discuss it further.
 
#54
#54
PermaVol said:
My opinion disagrees with you opinion. I think it's obvious Dooley knows exactly what he wants to do, but personnel issues and injuries have altered that. Now, he's really just to the point of turning over every stone. Dooley and Muschamp for that matter are building squads using Saban's blueprint. Big LB's (Santos), power backs (Hill, Cross, Smith), etc. If we give him time to work his plan I think we will be satisfied with the results. I know I'm excited about the kind of talent we have headed to Knoxville.
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I'm also very hpy with the way our recruiting class is coming along, and very excited with the solid depth that it will create.

Ultimatly all I'm saying is though the foundation of his plan is still in tact, he had to adapt things around to what he was handed. I believe he will be able to do it and get back on track to his true stye given some time, and especially given the support he is need from all of BOC.
 
#55
#55
oklavol said:
I think there is a conflict on the staff with Chaney and Hinshaw.
Not a personal conflict, just overlapping duties and responsibilities.

Hinshaw is listed as the QB coach.
Chaney is the RB and OC coach.
It's kind of like Hinshaw is coaching the passing game, Chaney the running game.
Not sure that is a good breakdown.
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That's what I'm thinking he may need to adjust the coaches around to make sure they are in the right position. Chaney as WR coach does sound more like a better fit. I believe we do need someone to focus on RBs.
 
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#58
#58
Dagreek1998 said:
OK, if you truely want a quality staff behind Dooley:

OC - Jermey Bates NFL & College Exp.
OL - Mike Bloomgren (Stanford)
RB - Trooper Taylor (Co OC & HC) ($$$)
WR - Charlie Baggett
TE - Jay Graham (SCAR)

DC - Bud Foster (Va Tech)
DL - Rodney Garner (UGA) ($$$)
LB - Lance Thompson
DB - Ron Cooper (LSU) ($$$)
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And why would you send Sirmon packing? NFL experince with one of the best DC of his time(Look At The Lions Now With Schwartz As HC) and he has done a fairly good job. I mean our LBs have been pretty good considering no Lathers and two Freshmen!!
 
#60
#60
If the problem is Chaneys offensive system then he needs to go and HH should be given another year. I seriously dont think that Chaney comes from a background where he has been successful as an OC that ran the ball. Looking back it makes me appreciate Cut even more because our running game was solid even though his rep was as a passing guru. Dont understand the poster that said Russell should be fired. Our punt and punt return units are much better than what they've been in a long time. We need to throw the money at an OC that has a long history of coaching a balanced attack. Not Purdues spread offense. Dont know much about the guy from Wisconsin, but that would seem to be a dream come true.
 
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#63
#63
OC: Chad Morris, Clemson

Morris is a Gus Malzahn prototype in nearly every possible way. He rose to early prominence as a High school Head Coach in football crazed Texas. He runs a similar wide open offense to what is used by Malzahn. He got his first big break as an Offensive Coordinator at Tulsa, where he lead the Golden Hurricanes to the 5th best offense in the country. He is now at Clemson and has helped the Tigers to a 1 loss season and a top 10 ranking. Obviously the immediate challenge that would face Morris at Tennessee would be installing a spread offense at a school that has a strong defensive a pro-style tradition. However it has been done at Auburn, Florida and Clemson. The risks of this hire would be significant. But the potential rewards would be as well.

DC: Kevin Steele, Clemson

I know it seems harsh to take away both of Clemson's coordinators. But we all know that Kevin Steele's heart lies with Rocky Top. He is one of the premier defensive coordinators in the country and, in my mind anyways, his return to Knoxville is inevitable.

Recruiting Coordinator: Rob Ianello, Akron

Ianello's tenure at Akron is going to come to an end eventually. When it does I hope this guy lands at Tennessee. While at Notre Dame under Charlie Weis, Ianello assembled some of the nations best talent. During his time at Notre Dame he recruited the nations top NFL talent successfully. Unfortunately the fruits of his labor never showed up while at Notre Dame.

Special Teams/RB's: Eddie Gran, FSU

Eddie Gran is also a renowned recruiter and has coached some of the best Running backs in the country including Tennessee's own Montario Hardesty.

WR Coach: Charlie Baggett

His reputation and recruiting skills precede him.

OL Coach: Tim Drevno, 49ers

Under Drevno's direction Stanford's O-line allowed just 13 sacks over the course of 2 seasons. In addition the Stanford offense rushed for over 5,000 yards during the same time period. Jim Harbaugh thought him so valuable that he brought him to San Francisco when he was named the new head coach.

QB Coach: Steve Clarkson

Steve Clarkson is one of the elite private QB tutors in the country. There would be some questions surrounding this hire as Clarkson has never held an actual coaching position before. Tennessee would also have to pay this guy big bucks to attract him away from the lucrative QB academy he currently operates.

DB Coach: Duane Akina, Texas

Akina is a 28 year coaching veteran and has tutored three thorpe award winners and coached some of the nation's toughest defenses while at Arizona. Luring him away from Texas would be a tough sell, but after being fired and then rehired it just might be possible.

TE Coach: Bruce Walker, Missouri

Another tough hire to make, Bruce Walker has been at Mizzou for over a decade but with the Tigers entering the SEC and the impending train wreck that will come with that change it just might be possible. Needless to say Walker has an excellent reputation both as a recruiter and as a Tight End coach.

LB Coach: Lance Thompson

Perhaps his more natural fit, Lance Thompson is easily one of the most gifted coaches at Tennessee.

DL Coach: John Papuchis, Nebraska

Longtime Saban disciple and LSU coach, John Papuchis has coached some of the most dominant Defensive Lines ever seen during the modern era of College Football. His most recent success comes with players like Ndamakung Suh and Pierre Allen during his time at Nebraska.

General Motivator, Playcaller, WR Coach, Assistant Head Coach, Recruiter: Trooper Taylor, Auburn

Does he even need a description?
 
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#64
#64
OL - Phil Fulmer
RB - Johnny Majors
QB - Steve Spurrier
TE/WR - Chris Collinsworth
DL - the ghost of Doug Atkins
LB - Hacksaw Jim Duggan
DB - Nick Saban
 
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#65
#65
Let Hiestand go, let Chaney deal with offensive duties and line, and hire Jay Graham from Carolina to coach running backs :whistling:
 
#66
#66
Hiestand is definitely the first one out the door; then the TE/Special Teams guy...(Russell?); and third would be Hinshaw
 
#68
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barney said:
OC: Chad Morris, Clemson

Morris is a Gus Malzahn prototype in nearly every possible way. He rose to early prominence as a High school Head Coach in football crazed Texas. He runs a similar wide open offense to what is used by Malzahn. He got his first big break as an Offensive Coordinator at Tulsa, where he lead the Golden Hurricanes to the 5th best offense in the country. He is now at Clemson and has helped the Tigers to a 1 loss season and a top 10 ranking. Obviously the immediate challenge that would face Morris at Tennessee would be installing a spread offense at a school that has a strong defensive a pro-style tradition. However it has been done at Auburn, Florida and Clemson. The risks of this hire would be significant. But the potential rewards would be as well.

DC: Kevin Steele, Clemson

I know it seems harsh to take away both of Clemson's coordinators. But we all know that Kevin Steele's heart lies with Rocky Top. He is one of the premier defensive coordinators in the country and, in my mind anyways, his return to Knoxville is inevitable.

Recruiting Coordinator: Rob Ianello, Akron

Ianello's tenure at Akron is going to come to an end eventually. When it does I hope this guy lands at Tennessee. While at Notre Dame under Charlie Weis, Ianello assembled some of the nations best talent. During his time at Notre Dame he recruited the nations top NFL talent successfully. Unfortunately the fruits of his labor never showed up while at Notre Dame.

Special Teams/RB's: Eddie Gran, FSU

Eddie Gran is also a renowned recruiter and has coached some of the best Running backs in the country including Tennessee's own Montario Hardesty.

WR Coach: Charlie Baggett

His reputation and recruiting skills precede him.

OL Coach: Tim Drevno, 49ers

Under Drevno's direction Stanford's O-line allowed just 13 sacks over the course of 2 seasons. In addition the Stanford offense rushed for over 5,000 yards during the same time period. Jim Harbaugh thought him so valuable that he brought him to San Francisco when he was named the new head coach.

QB Coach: Steve Clarkson

Steve Clarkson is one of the elite private QB tutors in the country. There would be some questions surrounding this hire as Clarkson has never held an actual coaching position before. Tennessee would also have to pay this guy big bucks to attract him away from the lucrative QB academy he currently operates.

DB Coach: Duane Akina, Texas

Akina is a 28 year coaching veteran and has tutored three thorpe award winners and coached some of the nation's toughest defenses while at Arizona. Luring him away from Texas would be a tough sell, but after being fired and then rehired it just might be possible.

TE Coach: Bruce Walker, Missouri

Another tough hire to make, Bruce Walker has been at Mizzou for over a decade but with the Tigers entering the SEC and the impending train wreck that will come with that change it just might be possible. Needless to say Walker has an excellent reputation both as a recruiter and as a Tight End coach.

LB Coach: Lance Thompson

Perhaps his more natural fit, Lance Thompson is easily one of the most gifted coaches at Tennessee.

DL Coach: John Papuchis, Nebraska

Longtime Saban disciple and LSU coach, John Papuchis has coached some of the most dominant Defensive Lines ever seen during the modern era of College Football. His most recent success comes with players like Ndamakung Suh and Pierre Allen during his time at Nebraska.

General Motivator, Playcaller, WR Coach, Assistant Head Coach, Recruiter: Trooper Taylor, Auburn

Does he even need a description?
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I can promise you Tennessee won''t be running the spread anytime soon.
 
#70
#70
We do need a qualified and specific RB coach. Either of the two at FSU or SC woul be great gets. I think if we do that, and realign some duties of the current staff is all we need to do at this time. Bad time to start shaking up the entire O staff with the potential recruits coming in we already have comitted or we are in with very heavy right now
 
#71
#71
We need a new o-line coach, and possibly a new RBs coach. I've heard Fulmer's name thrown around for the o-line. What others do y'all think we should go after?

I think it's a given that Hiestand needs to be fired after this year, blocking schemes are predictable and ineffective. Also, our RBs (well Poole basically) cannot seem to hit the holes (when they're there) with any kind of consistancy or speed. Toney showed the first decent running I have seen all year (he actually broke tackles! :eek:hmy:) and he is a freaking walk-on. Anyway, what are your choices for O-line and RB's coaches assuming we decide to get new ones after this year.
 
#72
#72
Supravol22 said:
We need a new o-line coach, and possibly a new RBs coach. I've heard Fulmer's name thrown around for the o-line. What others do y'all think we should go after?

I think it's a given that Hiestand needs to be fired after this year, blocking schemes are predictable and ineffective. Also, our RBs (well Poole basically) cannot seem to hit the holes (when they're there) with any kind of consistancy or speed. Toney showed the first decent running I have seen all year (he actually broke tackles! :eek:hmy:) and he is a freaking walk-on. Anyway, what are your choices for O-line and RB's coaches assuming we decide to get new ones after this year.
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Where did you hear this horsesh**? The Galactically Stupid Bar and Grill? :birgits_giggle:
 
#74
#74
I don't think CDD will get rid of any of the coaches after this season. I say he gives them all one more year before he makes any changes, but then again, what do I know?
 
#75
#75
I have seen no improvement in our running game from last year til now, in fact I think they're getting worse. We either need to get a stud freshman running back to make-up for our soft o-line or a decent O-line and RB's coach that can teach these guys to get mean and freaking block. We were getting blown off the line against MTSU sometimes during running plays and that's just pathetic. If Dooley doesn't make any changes he better get a freaking stud RB is all I can say
 
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